The cut of a diamond refers to how well it has been shaped and faceted. A well-cut diamond will exhibit brilliance, fire, and sparkle. The quality of the cut is graded on a scale from Excellent to Poor. Diamonds with excellent cuts are more valuable because they reflect light effectively.

Carat weight is a measure of the diamond's size. One carat is equivalent to 0.2 grams. Larger diamonds are generally more valuable, but other factors like cut, color, and clarity also influence the value.

Diamonds are graded on a scale from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow or brown). The less color a diamond exhibits, the more valuable it is. Colorless diamonds (D, E, F) are considered the most valuable.

Clarity refers to the presence of internal and external imperfections, known as inclusions and blemishes. Diamonds are graded for clarity on a scale from Flawless (no imperfections visible under 10x magnification) to Included (imperfections visible to the naked eye). Diamonds with higher clarity grades are more valuable.

Diamonds that come with reputable laboratory certificates, such as those from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) or the International Gemological Institute (IGI), are typically more valuable because they provide a reliable assessment of the diamond's quality.

It's important to have a certified gemologist or appraiser assess the diamond to determine its precise value based on these factors. Keep in mind that the diamond market can fluctuate, and the value of a diamond can change over time.

Our diamonds come with a GIA certificate. Visit their website for more information about the certificate